Connecticut Hall
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General information | |
Location | New Haven, Connecticut |
Coordinates | 41°18′30″N 72°55′50″W / 41.30833°N 72.93056°W Fatal error: The format of the coordinate could not be determined. Parsing failed. |
Design and construction | |
Architect(s) | Francis Letort and Thomas Bills |
Connecticut Hall is a historic building located on the Old Campus of Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut. It is the third-oldest building at Yale and the oldest surviving building on its original campus. Constructed between 1750 and 1752, it is an excellent example of Georgian architecture.
History[edit | edit source]
Connecticut Hall was designed by Francis Letort and Thomas Bills, who were influenced by the Georgian style prevalent in the mid-18th century. The building originally served as a dormitory for Yale students and has housed many notable alumni, including Nathan Hale, David Humphreys, and Noah Webster.
In the 19th century, the building was slated for demolition, but it was saved by the efforts of Yale alumni and faculty. It underwent significant restoration in the 1950s to preserve its historical integrity.
Architecture[edit | edit source]
Connecticut Hall is a four-story brick building with a hipped roof and a central pavilion. The facade features a symmetrical arrangement of windows and a central doorway with a pediment. The building's design reflects the Georgian architectural principles of symmetry, proportion, and classical detail.
Current Use[edit | edit source]
Today, Connecticut Hall houses the offices of the Yale College Dean and other administrative functions. It remains a symbol of Yale's rich history and architectural heritage.
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